Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevifolium
ID:
262232

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 41 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261564



Common Names

  • Otoglossum brevifolium
  • Short-leaved Orchid
  • Brevifolium Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum brevifolium Lindl. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum candelabrum hort. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum miniatum Linden [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum coronarium miniatum (Linden) A.H.Kent [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum miniatum H.J.Veitch [unknown]

Description

Otoglossum brevifolium (also called the Brevifolium Otoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Mexico. It is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall, with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower is white with purple veins and has a yellow labellum. It grows in humid forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Otoglossum brevifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Otoglossum brevifolium var. spathulatum (P.J.Cribb) J.M.H.Shaw
Otoglossum brevifolium var. brevifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otoglossum brevifolium has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otoglossum brevifolium is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It is a small plant with a single leaf and an inflorescence of up to 10 flowers. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Otoglossum brevifolium

Otoglossum brevifolium is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Otoglossum brevifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Otoglossum brevifolium?

Otoglossum brevifolium is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Otoglossum brevifolium?

The flowers of Otoglossum brevifolium are yellow with a purple lip.

How big are the flowers of Otoglossum brevifolium?

The flowers of Otoglossum brevifolium are about 1 cm in size.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144733: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.